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I want to be normal. Help

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Erin-0795
Erin-0795

I’m 22, everyone I know has jobs and partners and kids and here I am with not a clue who I am or what I’m supposed to do with my life.

I went for a Bipolar disorder assessment and was diagnosed bpd., I questioned could it be both and was dismissed but what the f**k would I know I’ve only been living with it for 8 years. 

I feel like I’m drowning and I just want someone to listen to me. The meds I am on right now don’t help my moods, I’m only taking them cause they help with my weight loss.

I feel like screaming, like taking too many pills and vodka, like cutting until I feel better, until my mind is hazy and I don’t have to listen to the voice in my head or worry about anything.

I wish I wasn’t so f****d up and could lead a normal life and hold down a job but everyday feels like climbing a mountain right now.

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  • sharon_22839
    sharon_22839 Erin-0795

    Posted

    Hi Erin

    Bipolar disorder is quite common. Living with it though is tough.

    Can you speak with your mental health team about medication.

    There are other things you could try to help like exercising mindfulness and counselling.

    Are there any support groups you could join.

    I worked alongside people in the Health Service with Bipolar she was a nurse I am also training with another girl who has Bipolar too.

    Your a young lady who can fulfil her dreams what would you like to do what career path would you like to take??

    Things are hard for you now please reach out for help.

    What support do you have friends family social groups....

    What hobbies do you enjoy what makes you smile

    Let us know how things go. It will get better and it won't always be this way.

  • Grimsby_Joe
    Grimsby_Joe Erin-0795

    Posted

    I'm 25, single, no job, and also without much clue. You aren't alone.

    I'll listen to whatever you have to say.

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